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West Ham and England midfielder Declan Rice has apologised following the emergence of old social media comments which appear to show him showing support to the IRA. Rice recently made an international transfer from Ireland to England and is reportedly set to make his first start for the Three Lions against the Czech Republic tomorrow. The 20-year old took to …

Everton defender Michael Keane has outlined that he “always dreamed of playing for England” despite first representing Ireland at underage level. The 26-year old had featured for Ireland’s U17s and U19s but switched his international allegiance and has featured frequently for England’s U21s as well as five appearances for their senior team. Keane was recently included in England’s squad for …

Declan Rice has spoken publicly about the decision to pledge his international career to England days out from making his debut for the Three Lions. The West Ham midfielder has been the topic of much discussion since the decision to leave the Irish set-up. However, Rice has now spoken publicly about the decision to declare for England. When asked what …

Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has outlined that he doesn’t agree with the decision to award Declan Rice the Young Player of the Year, explaining that he feels the accolade should have been given to someone who would “appreciate it.” The FAI announced the news on Wednesday that Rice had been given the award, which was voted on by the Sports …

Last week, Gareth Southgate named West Ham midfielder Declan Rice in his 25-man England squad ahead of their European Qualifiers against the Czech Republic and Montenegro. The call-up was Rice’s first since completing his international transfer from the Republic of Ireland to England; the end of what was a long and drawn out saga which captured the imagination of football …

West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has been named in his first England squad following his international switch from Ireland to the Three Lions. Southgate has picked Rice after his international transfer to England was completed last week. Rice had been one of Ireland’s most promising prospects, featuring three times for the Boys in Green during the Summer, but he was …

West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has won the FAI Young Player of the Year award despite the 20-year old opting to pursue his international career with England. Rice had impressed in his three appearances for the Boys in Green during the summer before pulling out of the squad in August after interest from Gareth Southgate and England. After a long …

Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has defended the “chasing” of players for his squad, citing England’s pursuit of Declan Rice as an example of other nations participating in the same practice. The new Irish boss has been in contact with the likes of Leeds United’s Patrick Bamford and Ipswich’s Will Keane in an attempt to get both to declare for the …

Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has outlined that he felt Declan Rice’s drawn-out announcement over his international future was a good indication that he would not be re-joining the Boys in Green. Rice announced two weeks ago that he would be pursuing his international career with England despite playing three international friendlies with Ireland during the Summer. The saga over his …

Consider the following scenario. A soccer player is born within a Fifa-recognised jurisdiction, has the talent, gets some luck, and stands out enough to be called up to the national team. He represents that country at underage, scores a goal, wins a trophy, and thrives up to under-21 level. It’s then he’s called up to their senior side. Now an …

Ireland manager Mick McCarthy has released a statement following midfielder Declan Rice’s decision to continue his international career with England rather than Ireland. The West Ham man announced on his social media that he would be selecting England following months of discussions and deliberations. Rice has been embroiled in an international tug-of-war between England and Ireland since August when then …

The FAI have released a statement confirming that Declan Rice will switch his international allegiance from the Republic of Ireland to England. Rice confirmed the news this afternoon via his social media accounts and the FAI have been quick to release a statement. It reads: The Football Association of Ireland can confirm that Declan Rice (West Ham United) has opted …

England manager Gareth Southgate is reportedly set to personally check in on Declan Rice as the decision over the 20-year old’s international future edges over closer. According to ESPN FC, Southgate will be attending West Ham’s clash with Wolves in the Premier League on Thursday night and will make a big play to secure his international services amidst competition from …

Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Keith Andrews has outlined that he would welcome Declan Rice back to the Boys in Green should the 20-year-old midfielder decide to declare for Mick McCarthy’s side. Rice has been involved in an international tug-of war between Ireland and England since he was left out of Martin O’Neill’s squad in August of last year, but …

Declan Rice has been grabbing all the headlines on Sunday morning following his match-winning display for West Ham against Arsenal on Saturday which saw him score his first Hammers goal. The 19-year old was the standout performer at the London Stadium as West Ham picked up an impressive victory over Arsenal as they continue their solid season under Manuel Pellegrini. …

Declan Rice’s first West Ham goal secured a 1-0 win over Arsenal in a capital city derby clash at the London Stadium, and earned him high praise from captain, Mark Noble. The victory in Saturday’s early kick-off saw the Hammers move up to eighth in the Premier League table, on 31 points, ahead of the bulk of the weekend’s fixtures. …

Declan Rice managed to open his West Ham account with an absolutely beautiful finish from inside the box to put his side ahead against Arsenal. And it was a very polished effort from the 19-year-old. Rice recently tied himself down to a long-term deal with The Hammers and has clearly shown a lot of promise that the move to offer …

West Ham midfielder Declan Rice has revealed that he has spoken to both England manager Gareth Southgate and Ireland manager Mick McCarthy about his international future and outlined that he will decide who to represent “soon.” Rice has been embroiled in an international tug-of-war between Ireland and England after he was left out of Martin O’Neill’s squad in August, following …